The Doha Diamond League hosted a spectacular women’s 400m race, featuring some of the world’s fastest sprinters. Fans eagerly anticipated a fierce battle among elite athletes, including Salwa Eid Naser, Sada Williams, and Natalia Bukowiecka.
From the start, the competition was intense. Sada Williams, a two-time world medallist from Barbados, pushed the pace alongside Poland’s Natalia Bukowiecka and the Netherlands’ Lieke Klaver. Britain’s Laviai Nielsen and American Courtney Okolo also challenged the leaders, making the race highly competitive.
In the end, Salwa Eid Naser emerged victorious with a stunning performance. She crossed the finish line in 49.83 seconds, setting a new meet record. Naser’s powerful start and relentless speed throughout the race left her rivals trailing.
This win marks a major milestone for Naser as she transitions from the GST Circuit to the elite Diamond League stage. Her ability to dominate such a strong field confirms her status as one of the world’s top 400m runners.
Who is Salwa Eid Naser?
Salwa Eid Naser
Salwa Eid Naser is a Nigerian-born Bahraini sprinter specialising in the 400 metres. Born on May 23, 1998, in Onitsha, Nigeria, she moved to Bahrain as a teenager, converted to Islam, and changed her name.
Naser rose to prominence as a world-class athlete by winning the 2019 World Championships 400m title with a remarkable time of 48.14 seconds, the third fastest in history. This made her the youngest-ever world champion and the first woman representing an Asian nation to win it.
She also won silver at the 2017 World Championships and has multiple medals from the Asian Games and other international competitions. After serving a two-year ban from 2021 to 2023 due to whereabouts failures related to anti-doping rules, she made a strong comeback by winning the silver medal in the 400m at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a time of 48.53 seconds.
Moreover, the thrilling showdown in Doha showcased the growing depth and talent in women’s 400m sprinting.
With this victory, Salwa Eid Naser sends a clear message to her competitors. Fans and experts eagerly await her next races, expecting more record-breaking performances and exciting battles on the Diamond League circuit.
